Foal — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈfōl/

Meaning & Definition of Foal

Foal (noun)

  1. a young animal of the horse family; especially, one under one year

Foal (verb)

  1. to give birth to a foal
  2. to give birth to (a foal)

Foal (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in filly, colt

    similar: colt, filly, gelding, mare, stallion, equine, nag, steed, equid, bronco, mustang, pony, charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney, mount, packhorse, prancer, quarter horse, racehorse, saddle horse, trotter, warhorse, workhorse, bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto, roan, skewbald, sorrel, cob, dobbin, jade, plug, skate

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Foal

The most common words with a similar meaning to Foal:

colt, filly, gelding, mare, stallion, equine, nag, steed, equid, bronco, mustang, pony, charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney, mount, packhorse, prancer, quarter horse, racehorse, saddle horse, trotter, warhorse, workhorse, bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto, roan, skewbald, sorrel, cob, dobbin

Word Forms of Foal

Inflections: foaled, foaling, foals

Origin & Etymology of Foal

Middle English fole, from Old English fola; akin to Latin pullus young of an animal, Greek pais child few

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Foal

in foal

Frequently Asked Questions about Foal

What does "Foal" mean?

"Foal" means a young animal of the horse family; especially, one under one year. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a young animal of the horse family; especially, one under one year.

What is another word for "Foal"?

Other words for "Foal" include colt, filly, gelding, mare, stallion, equine, nag and steed. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Foal" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Foal"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Foal". Common alternatives include colt, filly, gelding, mare, stallion, equine, nag, steed, equid and bronco.

Is "Foal" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Foal" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Foal"?

"Foal" is pronounced /ˈfōl/.

What is the origin of the word "Foal"?

"Foal" comes from Middle English fole, from Old English fola; akin to Latin pullus young of an animal, Greek pais child few. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Foal" meaning "as in filly, colt"?

When "Foal" (noun) means as in filly, colt, synonyms include colt, filly, gelding, mare, stallion and equine.

What does "Foal" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Foal" means: a young animal of the horse family; especially, one under one year.